Christopher Nolan Embarks on Epic Journey with ‘The Odyssey’
Acclaimed director to adapt Homer’s classic tale with star-studded cast, set for July 2026 release.
Christopher Nolan, renowned for his cinematic masterpieces, is set to bring Homer’s ancient Greek epic, The Odyssey, to the big screen. Universal Pictures announced that the film, described as a “mythic action epic,” will be shot across the globe using cutting-edge IMAX technology and is scheduled for release on July 17, 2026.
The narrative follows Odysseus, King of Ithaca, on his arduous journey home after the Trojan War, encountering mythical creatures and divine challenges. Nolan’s adaptation boasts a stellar ensemble cast, including Matt Damon, Tom Holland, Anne Hathaway, Zendaya, Robert Pattinson, Lupita Nyong’o, and Charlize Theron
Christopher Nolan’s next film ‘The Odyssey’ is a mythic action epic shot across the world using brand new IMAX film technology. The film brings Homer’s foundational saga to IMAX film screens for the first time and opens in theaters everywhere on July 17, 2026.
— Universal Pictures (@UniversalPics) December 23, 2024
This project marks Nolan’s second collaboration with Universal Pictures, following the success of Oppenheimer, which garnered seven Oscars and grossed nearly $1 billion globally.
Production for The Odyssey is expected to commence early next year, with filming locations spanning various international sites to authentically capture the epic’s grandeur.
Fans and critics alike eagerly anticipate Nolan’s interpretation of this timeless tale, anticipating a cinematic experience that blends his visionary storytelling with one of history’s most enduring narratives.
